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EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

A versatile and impressively sharp standard zoom lens

EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
Enjoy sharp low light performance throughout the zoom range
Coastal town lights reflecting on the water in the evening

This great low light performer makes the most of any available ambient light thanks to its constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range.

  • Town near a wharf
    Deliver ultimate sharpness with advanced optical design

    With three aspherical elements ensuring the highest quality in a lens of this focal length, you'll enjoy edge-to-edge sharpness.

  • Canon L-series lenses red ring
    Experience the technical benefits of L-Series build quality

    The EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM will take your photography to the next level thanks to the outstanding technology underpinning Canon's L-series lenses.

Precision Autofocus
Gingerbread men in a bakery

Wherever you are, always focus quickly, near-silently and with precision thanks to the ring-type ultrasonic autofocus motor.

  • Santa toy in a Christmas mug
    Beautiful bokeh everytime

    This lens boasts a 9-blade diaphragm that produces a circular aperture to achieve beautifully blurred backgrounds with attractive bokeh.

  • Couple sitting by the beach
    A hardy lens for even the harshest conditions

    No matter your shooting location or conditions, the advanced design and engineering of this lens reduces the risk of dust and moisture damage.

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EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
  • Focal Length

    24-70mm

  • Max Aperture

    f/2.8

  • Minimum Aperture

    22

  • Minimum Focusing Distance (m)

    0.38

  • Maximum Magnification (X)

    0.21

  • Number of Lens Groups

    13

  • Number of Lens Elements

    18

  • Number of Aperture Blades

    9

  • Filter size

    82

  • Approx Weight (g)

    805

  • Compatible with extenders

    No

  • Lens Cap

    E-82U

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